About Janja
Janja Prokić is a Serbian-born designer based in Prague. Trained in painting and sculpture at the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague, she later completed her studies in the Eva Eisler Studio at the Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design. There, she began focusing on conceptual jewellery, viewing it as small sculptures that can be worn on the body.
For Janja, jewellery is not merely a visual expression; it must carry a deeper meaning. Each of her collections is, in some way, inspired by her personal life—she refers to them as her diaries. Her work draws inspiration from the history of art, shamanism, symbolism, as well as her childhood, dreams, and fairy tales. Above all, nature plays a crucial role in her life and serves as her greatest muse.
Each of Janja's collections is unique, exploring different themes, and the designer also specialises in creating bespoke pieces. Her works have been exhibited worldwide, from Prague to Munich, Florence, London, and New York. In addition to jewellery, she continues to create fine art objects and participates in fine art exhibitions.
About brand
Designed for likeminded individuals with a curious approach to contemporary luxury and a fresh perspective on wearing jewellery, Janja creates timeless pieces that are miniature wearable sculptures. These pieces represent specific symbols, each telling its own unique story. Each collection is imbued with meaning, drawing on the designer’s fascination with nature, symbolism, mythology, and art history.
Janja offers luxury jewellery that can be worn every day, as well as one-of-a-kind pieces that reflect the personality of the wearer. Pieces are worn by many notable figures across various fields. Using only the highest quality materials, including gold, high-quality diamonds, and gemstones, all pieces are meticulously handcrafted in her workshop in Prague.
In 2017, Janja opened her first showroom in Prague. In 2022, she expanded her brand with her first store, which offers more than just a jewellery shop. The space also includes a private lounge for exclusive visits and an art gallery showcasing works by artists whose creations resonate with Janja's vision.
Visiting Janja’s showroom offers a comprehensive experience of her approach to art, jewellery, and lifestyle, as the space itself was designed by her.
Education
2011 - 2013 Academy of Arts Architecture & Design, Prague / K.O.V. studio of Eva Eisler |
2010 - 2011 Academy of Arts Architecture & Design, Prague / sculpture studio of Kurt Gebauer |
2006 - 2010 Academy of Fine Arts, Prague / painting studio of Vladimír Skrepl |
2001 - 2005 College and High Art School of Václav Hollar, Prague / ceramics and porcelain |
1998 - 2001 Mensa Gymnasium |
Prizes
2022 | Czech Grand Design 2021 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / Nomination |
2021 | Czech Grand Design Awards 2020 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / nominace |
2020 | Designblok '20 | Best Jewelry Collection / Nomination |
2020 | Czech Grand Design Awards 2019 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / nominace |
2019 | Designblok '19 | Best Jewelry Collection / Nomination |
2019 | Czech Grand Design Awards 2018 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / Winner |
2018 | Designblok '18 | Best Jewelry Collection / Nomination |
2017 | Czech Grand Design Awards 2016 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / Nomination |
2016 | Czech Grand Design Awards 2015 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / Nomination |
2015 | Czech Grand Design Awards 2014 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / Winner |
2014 | Designblok '14 | Best Jewelry Collection / Nomination |
2014 | Czech Grand Design Awards 2013 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / Finalist, 3rd Place |
2013 | Designblok '13 | Best Jewelry Collection and Presentation / Nomination |
2013 | Designblok '13 | Best Jewelry Collection / Winner |
2013 | Czech Grand Design 2012 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / Finalist, 2nd Place |
2012 | Designblok '12 | Best Jewelry Collection / Nomination |
2012 | Designblok '12 | Talent Card |
2012 | Czech Grand Design 2011 | Jewelry Designer of the Year / Nomination |
2011 | Designblok '11 | Best Jewelry Collection / Nomination |
Exhibitions
2024 | Designblok '24, Prague |
2021 | Janja Prokić – Object?, Neumannka Gallery, Prachatice |
2021 | Monika Pascoe Mikyšková, Janja Prokić – Poetry about cells and seeds, East Slovak Gallery, Košice |
2021 | Designblok '21, Prague |
2021 | The Czech Joy, Dům radost, exhibition related to Designblok '21, Prague |
2020 | Moravian Gallery – Design, exhibition related to Designblok '20, Prague |
2020 | Designblok '20, Prague |
2019 | Designblok '19, Prague |
2019 | On the Road, Galerie Manzee, Nijmegen, Netherlands |
2018 | The Flowers, Hauch Gallery, Obecní dvůr, Prague |
2018 | Designblok '18, Prague |
2016 | Open Space - Mind Maps: Positions in Contemporary Jewelry, Kulturhuset Stadteatern, Stockholm, Sweden |
2016 | Abrakadabra, Czech Centres, Stockholm, Sweden |
2016 | Bratislava Design Week, Bratislava, Slovakia |
2016 | Designblok '16, Prague |
2015 | Florence Design Week, Florence, Italy |
2015 | Once Upon a Time, London Fashion Week, London, Great Britain |
2015 | DOMUS - poutní místo současného designu, Main exhibition of Plzeň 2015 European Capital of Culture, DEPO2015, Plzeň |
2015 | Hidden Language of Flowers: Floral Symbolism in Asian Art and Its Reflection in Contemporary Art and Design |
2015 | Schmuck 2015 + Studio K.O.V., ZIBA Museum, Prague |
2015 | Czech Grand Design 2015, National Technical Museum, Prague |
2015 | Designblok '15, Prague |
2014 | In the Mood, Czech Centre, Munich |
2014 | Erotica in Art, Fox Gallery, Prague |
2014 | Designblok '14, Prague |
2013 | Inner Fox, City Surfer Office, Prague |
2013 | Czech Grand Design 2013, National Technical Museum, Prague |
2013 | Designblok Premier Fashion Week, Křehký, Prague |
2013 | Designblok '13, Prague |
2012 | Academy of Arts, Architecture & Design 2012, DOX, Prague |
2012 | LOOT, MAD Museum, New York, USA |
2012 | ODRAZit PORAZit, City Surfer Office, Prague |
2012 | Czech Grand Design 2012, National Technical Museum, Prague |
2012 | Designblok '12, Prague |
2011 | Exhibitions with the Studio of Sculpture of Kurt Gebauer, Academy of Arts Architecture and Design, Křivoklát + Mladá Boleslav + Prague + Vienna, Austria |
2011 | Czech Grand Design 2011, National Technical Museum, Prague |
2011 | Designblok '11, Prague |
2010 | Best of Klausury, The Chemistry Gallery, Prague |
*01. 04. 1984 Belgrade, Serbia
• since 1993 lives in Prague, Czech Republic
